Ode

Definition

An ode is a type of lyrical poem characterized by its formal structure and elevated tone. It expresses deep admiration, praise, or celebration for its subject matter.

Related terms

Elegy: A mournful poem written to lament someone's death.

Ballad: A narrative poem that tells a story through dialogue and action.

Stanza: A group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose writing.